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The University of Iowa stands alone in Iowa as the sole institution granting Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) degrees, while also being among the few nationwide that enables students to pursue both Au.D. and Ph.D. degrees simultaneously. Recognized for excellence, the program holds the #2 national ranking from U.S. News and World Report.
Iowa's Au.D. program aims to develop practitioners equipped with both deep theoretical knowledge and superior clinical expertise, preparing them to deliver exceptional audiological care. The curriculum ensures graduates fulfill all standards for ASHA Certification and Iowa state licensing. Additional details can be found at: Professional License Disclosure.
Students benefit from instruction by renowned faculty who deliver a thorough grounding in audiological science and its clinical applications. The program further distinguishes itself through diverse clinical training opportunities, equipping graduates for success across all audiology practice settings. Beyond core training, specialized coursework is available for those seeking certification to work in educational environments.
A U.S. bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university, or an equivalent degree from another country as determined by the Office of Admissions with a minimum grade-point average (GPA) of 3.00.
English Language Requirements:
An IELTS (International English Language Testing System) total score of 7.0, with no sub score less than 6.0.
TOEFL score requirements with score of 81 or higher on the Internet-based version of the test (iBT) and newly admitted graduate students who present iBT scores below 100 on the PBT.
TOEFL score requirements with score of 550 on Paper-based test (PBT) and newly admitted graduate students who present TOEFL scores below 600 on the PBT.